# Fotoloce

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/fotoloce

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.cluster.co
- Total disclosed funding: $1.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Aug 22, 2013)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Fotoloce, LLC, based in the US, is a mobile application company that specializes in private photo-sharing experiences, offering users a secure and intimate platform for sharing memories among friends and family.Fotoloce, LLC operates primarily through its photo-sharing app Cluster, founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, US. In July 2016, the company received funding through a SEED round of USD 1.6 mn led by Baseline Ventures, along with participation from ACME Capital, First Round Capital, Freestyle VC, and GV. Cluster has successfully completed 2 deals, with a notable acquisition by Google in July 2016, although financial terms were not disclosed. The founder's history is not provided, and there are no known subsidiaries or parent companies.Cluster's primary offering is a private photo-sharing app designed for friends and families, providing a secure alternative to traditional social media platforms. The app allows users to create and manage photo albums accessible only to invited participants, ensuring a more intimate sharing experience. Users can invite a range of participants, from close friends to extended family members, to share memories from various events such as road trips and family gatherings. The platform enhances user engagement through features like notifications for new posts and visibility into who has viewed or liked shared content. Accessible via mobile applications on iOS and Android, as well as through any web browser, Cluster targets consumers globally, emphasizing usability and accessibility across different geographical markets.Cluster generates revenue through user subscriptions to its photo-sharing service, fostering a direct-to-consumer business model. This model allows users to access premium features and enhanced storage options, although specific pricing plans have not been disclosed. The company’s offerings include its flagship mobile applications for iOS and Android, which provide seamless access to the platform’s functionalities. By creating a subscription-based structure, Cluster aims to build long-term relationships with its users, who are primarily families and close-knit groups looking for a secure and private means to share their memories. The focus on user privacy and ethical photo curation underpins the company's operational ethos, further solidifying its appeal in a competitive market.Going forward, Fotoloce, LLC plans to leverage its recent funding to enhance and expand its app features, with the aim of increasing user engagement and retention. The company is also exploring opportunities to enter new geographic markets, specifically targeting Europe and Asia by late 2024. The recent SEED funding round will support these initiatives, allowing the company to invest in development and marketing efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Aug 22, 2013, $1.6M — First Round Capital, GV, Baseline Ventures, Freestyle VC, ACME Capital

## Investors

- First Round Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-round-capital) — Seed
- GV (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gv) — Seed
- Baseline Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/baseline-ventures) — Seed
- Freestyle VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/freestyle-vc) — Seed
- ACME Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/acme-capital) — Seed